Whole Stuffed Cabbage With Ground Beef Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the cabbage leaves until tender.
• STEP 2.In a skillet, cook the ground beef until browned, then add onions and garlic.
• STEP 3.Add cooked rice, spices, and herbs to the skillet and mix well.
• STEP 4.Place a spoonful of the beef mixture onto each cabbage leaf and roll tightly.
• STEP 5.Arrange the stuffed cabbage rolls in a baking dish and pour tomato sauce over them.
• STEP 6.Cover the dish with foil and bake in the oven for about 1 hour.
• STEP 7.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to brown the tops.
• STEP 8.Serve hot with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Cooking Tips

• Choose a large cabbage with firm leaves for easy rolling.
• Blanching the cabbage leaves makes them more pliable and easier to roll.
• You can use ground turkey or a mixture of ground meats instead of beef.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover stuffed cabbage can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through.
• Serve with additional tomato sauce or sour cream for added flavor.